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Patrick McDonald is an Associate Professor specializing in international relations, focusing on the interplay between economic causes, war, and peace. He teaches courses on international relations theory, international political economy, and international security at the University of Texas at Austin. McDonald has made significant contributions to the field, with his research published in notable journals such as the American Journal of Political Science, International Studies Quarterly, Journal of Conflict Resolution, Washington Quarterly, and World Politics. His book, 'Invisible Hand Peace: Capitalism, War Machine, International Relations Theory', published by Cambridge University Press in March 2009, examines the complex relationships between economic systems and global conflict. Prior to joining UT, he was a postdoctoral fellow at the Christopher H. Browne Center for International Politics at the University of Pennsylvania. McDonald’s courses include the Study of International Relations and Issues and Policies in American Government, blending academic rigor with contemporary issues.
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